Silicone rubber-hydrogel composites as polymeric biomaterials. I. Biological properties of the silicone rubber-p(HEMA) composite.
basic_science · Level V
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Abstract
A composite material was prepared consisting of silicone rubber matrix and particulate lightly cross-linked poly(2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate) (p(HEMA] hydrogel. The material resembling common silicone rubber is hydrophilic and swells in water like hydrogels. The effects of the implanted composite on tissues of the living organism were tested in rats by methods assessing local acute and chronic inflammatory reactions and calcification by means of radioactive indicators and by histological examination. Results of a 6 month implant study indicated no difference in reactions of the animal body on the silicone rubber-p(HEMA) composite and a non-toxic, non-irritant pure solid p(HEMA) control.
Medical subject headings
- Biocompatible Materials
- Composite Resins
- Polyhydroxyethyl Methacrylate
- Prostheses and Implants
- Silicone Elastomers